It’s time for fall fashion and with Fashion Week over it is time to look at how you can take fun fall trends and transfer them into affordable looks you can wear. While most of us won’t need a whole new wardrobe filled with the latest it’s fun to bring a little something new into […]

Whether your kids are back to school already or headed there soon I’ve got all the savings tips you need for this year (and next!) with a little help from Discover. 5 Tips for Big Back to School Savings 1. Shop Ahead For Next Year At the end of the back to school season stores […]

Summer vacation is the best time of year for travel for most families. The kids are off school, Mom and Dad are ready for a vacation, and travel is a little easier with the (mostly) great weather. One of the most affordable options for a summer vacation is a good old-fashioned road trip. Whether your […]

Spring cleaning isn’t just about cleaning the house, it’s also a great time to clean up your finances by taking a closer look at your family’s budget. Since April also happens to be Financial Literacy Month it’s an ideal time to teach the family more about money management. Financial literacy gives kids the basis to […]

April 15th is fast approaching so it’s never been a better time to get all your tax documents together. Whether you’re filing online (with services like TurboTax and H&R Block At Home) or hiring it out, consider using your credit card to pay for tax services, which could make things so much easier. Use your […]

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to treat your sweetie. While you want the best for your Valentine, you also don’t want to overspend on this special day. If she’s anything like me, gifts are only made sweeter by the savings! One easy way to […]

Date night is one thing I will never, ever give up. Even when we were living below the poverty line with a baby my husband and I would still make time for date night. I think it’s because we had our first child so young-we just didn’t want to give up on our time together […]

You’ve searched high and low, storewide and online for that perfect gift for someone on your list. You’ve bought it, wrapped it, maybe even given the perfect gift, but then you see it-a lower price. It happens all the time, especially during the crazy sale cycle leading up to and after the holidays. An item […]

With a little less than a week until Hanukkah and a little more than a month until the Christmas holiday is here I’m sure your holiday shopping is in full swing. How you shop makes all the difference to your bottom line this holiday season. Be prepared for the busy times with a few spending tips […]

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